Dodge Grand Caravan Visibility Problems
Owners have filed 352 complaints with NHTSA about visibility problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan across 23 model years. The 1996 model year has the most (99). The words owners use most often: “windshield wipers” (34% of reports).
- 352visibility complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 2mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $890typical repair cost reported by owners
- 45%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Windshield wipers: mentioned in 120 of 352 complaints (34%)
- Side window: mentioned in 20 of 352 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical visibility repair on the Dodge Grand Caravan at $890, and half of them between $660 and $1,050.
Based on 10 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2001–2009), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do visibility problems happen?
Based on 152 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 352 complaints, 2 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 5 an injury.
Dodge Grand Caravan visibility complaints by model year
| Model year | Visibility complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | 14,642 |
| 2017 Grand Caravan | 1 | 0% | 29,800 |
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 4 | 1% | 11,000 |
| 2014 Grand Caravan | 6 | 2% | 54,500 |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 10 | 2% | 12,000 |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 6 | 1% | 40,000 |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 6 | 1% | 7,000 |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 4 | 0% | 49,000 |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 2 | 0% | 25,397 |
| 2008 Grand Caravan | 11 | 1% | 43,500 |
| 2007 Grand Caravan | 4 | 2% | 78,000 |
| 2006 Grand Caravan | 9 | 3% | 44,232 |
| 2005 Grand Caravan | 28 | 3% | 47,500 |
| 2004 Grand Caravan | 3 | 3% | 43,825 |
| 2003 Grand Caravan | 12 | 5% | 68,990 |
| 2002 Grand Caravan | 10 | 3% | 85,700 |
| 2001 Grand Caravan | 29 | 10% | 48,450 |
| 2000 Grand Caravan | 10 | 2% | 79,780 |
| 1999 Grand Caravan | 9 | 2% | 97,000 |
| 1998 Grand Caravan | 21 | 4% | 70,000 |
| 1997 Grand Caravan | 61 | 10% | 105,000 |
| 1996 Grand Caravan | 99 | 9% | 80,000 |
| 1995 Grand Caravan | 6 | 6% | 143,500 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Visibility:windshield
Model years: 2014, 2015
Problem: FCA US LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chrysler Town and Country, and 2014-2015 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured August 16, 2014, to December 5, 2015. The windshield on the affected vehicles may have been installed using expired urethane primer, allowing the windshield to become displaced in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk: If the windshield dislodges during a crash, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S02.
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Model years: 2005, 2006
Problem: On certain vans and sport utility vehicles, the front windshield wiper motor armature shaft may break.
Risk: During certain operating conditions, loss of front windshield wiping capability could occur, and the driver's vision could be obscured which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge. The recall began on june 19, 2006, to dodge durango owners. Minivan owners will be notified during july 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving 5-10 MPH and pulling out of the parking lot, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to coast into a gas station. The contact stated that the engine was running, but the vehicle failed to respond while depressing the…
The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the driver's side window collapsed into the door panel and failed to roll up. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the window regulator. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure…
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal squeaking noise detected and the vehicle was running rough. Additionally, while driving, the vehicle was skidding. While lowering the driver's side window, the window…
My car will only blow cold air out the driver vents and hot on the passenger and rear. It doesn't matter if its sitting or moving its the same problem
The a/c is blowing hot air on the passenger side and in the rear of the van.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge Grand Caravans have visibility problems?
No. NHTSA has 352 owner complaints about visibility for the Dodge Grand Caravan. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge Grand Caravan visibility?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list visibility. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix visibility problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan?
Owners report a typical cost of $890 (half paid between $660 and $1,050), from 10 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about visibility problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan?
The most frequent phrase is “windshield wipers”, in 120 of 352 complaints, followed by “side window” (20).
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- Air Bags problems (1,642)
- Power Train problems (1,410)
- Engine problems (1,027)
- Structure problems (907)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (743)
- Steering problems (701)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (583)
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